Posted by Tastefully Simple on December 31, 2015
If you’re like me, you have once again resolved to start the new year off with a healthier lifestyle. I do try to feed my family healthy meals, but it’s easy to fall off the bandwagon over the holidays. Now is the perfect time to jump back on and kick off the new year. This delicious Teriyaki Chicken Quinoa Bowl is a great quick family dinner, and also makes a great lunch option. Simply prepare on Sunday afternoon and you have a delicious, healthy lunch all week long! And best of all, it’s super simple!
Sauté about 2 pounds boneless, skinless chicken breast in about 1-2 Tbsp. of olive oil over medium-high heat until internal temperature reaches 170°.
Reduce heat to low, add about 2/3 cup Honey Teriyaki Sauce and stir well. Simmer while preparing other ingredients.
Prepare about 1½ cups quinoa as directed on package with water, adding 1 Tbsp. of Garlic Garlic to water and quinoa while cooking.
Steam broccoli, Brussel sprouts, red onion, zucchini and carrots in a steamer for approximately 20-25 minutes or until vegetables are tender. If you don’t have a steamer, you could also sauté or microwave the vegetables.
Combine chicken, quinoa and vegetables bowls and enjoy.
I hope this recipe will help make it easier to create a new, healthier you. I know this recipe is going to be a staple in my family’s meal plans.
Enjoy!
– Sara
Teriyaki Chicken Quinoa Bowl
Ingredients
- 2 lbs. boneless skinless chicken breasts, cut into 1-inch pieces
- 1-2 Tbsp. olive oil
- 2/3 cup Honey Teriyaki Sauce
- 1½ cups quinoa, rinsed thoroughly
- 1 Tbsp. Garlic Garlic Seasoning
- 3 cups broccoli florets
- 3 cups Brussels sprouts, cut in half
- 1 medium red onion, cut into pieces
- 1 zucchini, cut into thin slices
- 1½ cups carrots, chopped
Directions
Sauté chicken in olive oil over medium-high heat until internal temperature reaches 170°. Reduce heat to low, add Honey Teriyaki Sauce and stir well. Simmer while preparing other ingredients. Prepare quinoa as directed on package with water, adding 1 Tbsp. Garlic Garlic Seasoning to water and quinoa while cooking. Steam remaining ingredients in a steamer for approximately 20-25 minutes or until vegetables are tender. Combine chicken, quinoa and vegetables in bowls and enjoy.
Tips and Hints
- You could switch up the vegetables to fit your taste. Cauliflower, different kinds of squash, etc. would all be good in this dish.
- My kids like to sprinkle a few chow mein noodles on top to add a little crunch.
- You could also make this dish with brown rice if you are not a fan of quinoa.